About Ten Forward
Ten Forward is a custom software and mobile app development company based in Madison, Wisconsin.
Origin story
Started by Brian Samson in 2011 and named after the bar from "Star Trek," Ten Forward Consulting crafts custom software for a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to local businesses to startups nationwide.
We focus on good architecture, maintainability, quality, and timeliness, and work to create environments where success is inevitable for our employees, clients, and communities.
Our culture
Our culture is built on eight core principles: trust, positivity, teamwork, excellence, diversity, flexibility, education and balance. "Forward" is Wisconsin's motto, and it's the direction we're always trying to move as a company.
Mission & Vision | Community Partners
Leadership
Brian Samson
President
Brett Samson
Sr. Software Developer
Software Developer
Charielle McMullan
Software Developer
Victoria Guerrero
Software Developer
Kate Powers
Support Specialist
Crew
Brian Samson
President
Brett Samson
Sr. Software Developer
Software Developer
Charielle McMullan
Software Developer
Victoria Guerrero
Software Developer
Kate Powers
Support Specialist
Past Interns & Apprentices
Ten Forward believes strongly in growth and training. We've had a long-running internship program for people just getting started in tech, and in 2018 launched an apprenticeship program for folks who are ready to go all-in on becoming developers.
If you're interested in either program, let us know!
Kate Powers
Victoria Guerrero
Charielle McMullan
Brett Samson
Brian Samson
Volunteer and Community Partners
Ten Forward is an active member of the Madison, WI community. We partner with organizations in a variety of ways, including providing volunteer hours, technical support and/or financial sponsorship.
Interested in partnering with us? Fill out this form and we'll be in touch!